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Did you know that Pix has its own wine discovery magazine, The Drop? Our editors work with award-winning writers from around the globe to highlight fresh discoveries, unexpected values, and trendsetting producers. We feature the most exciting finds from The Drop right here. These are the zeitgeist wines, the best of what people are writing about — and sipping — right now.

Pix Curated Wines: Featured

Featured (b): Written About In The Drop

Stuck in a wine rut? Pix’s Wine Team is here to help with a collection of bottles from the pioneers and mavericks of wine. These selections showcase grapes and styles on the rise. If you’re looking for innovative techniques and new taste experiences, you’ve come to the right place.

Something Completely Different

Surprise (b): And Now For Something Completely Different

I compiled this list for Pix because I would read and use it. Most wine lovers don’t need an
expert to tell them, “You should get Screaming Eagle this year for your cellar. And Harlan Estate
is a must-buy.” What puts a Napa Valley critic through their paces is finding outstanding wines
available to buy for under $100. Here is my 2022 round-up of picks from a broad range of styles
that will reward patience by evolving/improving with a few years in the cellar. But if you can’t
keep your paws off them, that’s OK too — most are delicious right now. Enjoy!

Napa Valley Collectibles for Under $100

Lisa Perrotti-Brown: Napa Valley Collectables for Under $100

Chardonnay is the white grape variety most planted in the world. It is a perfect terroir reflector and very versatile in the winery. From lean subtle, to rich and opulent, Chardonnay can give birth to many different styles of wines to please literally everybody. I selected the best wines from Chardonnay from different regions of the world to let you try all the shades of this noble grape.

Chardonnay I'm in Love!

Sometimes the best wine for the occasion is the easiest one to drink. 
These are the porch pounders; the picnic wines, the bottles to throw in the cooler while hanging out on the boat. These luminous red wines are lighter in body and lower in alcohol than most, making them easy to knock back — or rather, crush — without the weight of intense tannins and deep flavors. Check out [the article](https://pix.wine/the-drop/light-crushable-red-wines/) or browse these bottles.

Crushable Red Wines

As summer rolls in, the allure of the great outdoors becomes harder to ignore. There are few better ways to answer the call than spread out on a blanket at a local park with a sandwich stacked with cold cuts. 

Yes, folks, it’s picnic season. Do you know where your cooler is? You’ll need it for all the wine. 
A good bottle of crisp white wine, a crushable red, or an easy-drinking rosé can elevate any summer picnic. And picking them out doesn’t have to be a pain. There are plenty of options on wine shop shelves that can provide picnic-perfect pours. At The Drop, [we’ve selected our favorites](https://pix.wine/the-drop/picnic-summer-wines/) in our complete picnic planning guide.

The Best Picnic Wines for Summer

Pinot Noir was once one of the most misunderstood grape varieties in the world, pushed to yield high volumes by winemakers who tried to extract too much color and tannin. It then dawned on many in its Burgundy heartland that Pinot Noir might not be capricious but just rather badly treated. So a new style emerged, true to the identity of the grape — wines of softness, succulence, and delicacy. Where Burgundy led, others followed. Here are some of the new classics from the rest of the world.

Pinot Noir's New Classics

Rioja's rich and flavorful reds have been a favorite of wine lovers for decades. The traditional Tempranillo and Garnacha blends, slowly matured in American oak for years have never been a better value. One can also track down exciting new producers eschewing heritage for experimentation, crafting modern, fruit-forward wines from heirloom varieties with a new emphasis on site expression and freshness.

Rioja's Rich and Flavorful Reds

There’s a whole wide world of wine to explore. This bottle selection from Pix’s Wine Team showcases wines from some of the most innovative and respected producers in emerging regions — from Argentina to South Africa. Consider these the new classics; our insider’s pick of what to try right now.

New Classics From Around The World

Discover (a): New Classics From Around The World

Pix’s Wine Team is always on the lookout for esteemed bottles to hold and save. So when top offers pop onto our radar, this is where they’ll appear — be sure to check back often. Expect benchmark wines from the world’s most acclaimed producers, alongside unbelievable steals that we’re excited to share. Any of these bottles are an excellent addition to a cellar — and perfect for a special occasion.